The Student Job. Hunting Handbook. Part 1. A Practical Guide for Kick-Starting. Your Career. Moving into the working world is a big change.
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2The Student Job Hunting HandbookPart 1 A Practical Guide for Kick-Starting Your Career Moving into the working world is a big change. But tackling this challenge is well within your grasp. This guide is broken into bite-sized sections, offering resources to help you enter the workforce with con˜dence. And unlike other handbooks, our insights are pulled from 400 million active professionals. Read all, or just the most relevant sections. In part 1, we reveal how to kick-start your career journey. Introduction
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3Part 3 features real-world insights and tactics to help you nail each and every interview. Part 3: Interviewing In Part 2, we delve deeper into job searching tools, networking tactics, and preparation strategies. Part 2: Job Searching Introduction Download Now Download Now
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Table of Contents Section 1: Job vs. Career: Choose Your Own Adventure Section 2: Using Personality Assessments to Kick-Start Your Career Section 3: 4 Steps for Identifying a First Job That Fits Section 4: LinkedIn Pro˜le vs. Traditional Resume Section 5: Crafting a LinkedIn Pro˜le That Rocks Section 6: Getting Started with Networking Section 7: 3 Types of People to Include in Your Circle Section 8: Additional Resources 58101316242630Part 1
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5How College Grads Can Move into Professional Life with Purpose So you crushed college, and now it™s time to apply your education in the working world. Nice. Whether you are dabbling with the idea, or searching furiously for that ˜rst big gig, there are small steps you can take to ensure your ˜rst job works in lock-step with your long-term career goals. Job vs. Career: Choose Your Own Adventure Section 1
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6Overcome Pressure At times, you may feel immense pressure. It’s natural, but don’t let it stop you, because careers last a lifetime. Work hard, learn and develop lasting relationships. Soon enough, the pressure will pass. Be Proactive One of the most common complaints from employers is that millennials get bored and sit on their hands. Turn your boredom into opportunity by getting proactive. Get creative and seek solutions. Young professionals who solve problems move up faster. Set Simple Goals The workplace can be wonderful, yet confusing. Gain control by setting simple goals. Ask to shadow talented co-workers. Make a list of skills you want to learn and get senior professionals around you to weigh in. Keep a checklist and hold yourself accountable. Section 1 of 8
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8Using Personality Assessments to Kick-Start Your Career Section 2Advice from an Expert: Chester Elton Personality assessments are a handy compass, helping you get your career pointed in the right direction. The following tips from New York Times bestselling author, motivational speaker and employee engage -ment expert Chester Elton will help you get the most out of each unique evaluation: Section 2 of 8
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9Tip #1: Take Stock of Your Skills, Strengths & Desires fiThe beginning of your career is the best time to dig deep, and take stock of your skills, strengths and desires,fl Chester reports. fiMyers-Briggs, Parachute, PymetricsŠall the assessments out there can give you some solid input. Take one, or take them all and see what you ˜nd out!fl Tip #2: Uncover What Matters Most Getting a grasp on your unique personality also helps put your values into perspective. fiKnowing your values will help you to ˜nd a company that is a good ˜t,fl Chester says. fiToo many people get caught up with the company brand, but if it doesn™t match up with your core values, it simply won™t be a match.fl Tip #3: De˜ne What You Need to Learn The biggest value in taking personality assessments is discovering knowledge gaps, and areas for growth. According to Chester, fiMany students are good at book learning, but you also need to be a student of leadership, of teamwork and of job seeking. This isn™t typical coursework, but it™s exactly what companies are looking for.fl Section 2 of 8
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10Making your ˜rst career move can kick-start your entire job journey. Take it from Chester EltonŠwho reports, “Your ˜rst job is a big deal. But, keep striving for the perfect role. You have your whole career ahead!” 4 Steps for Identifying a First Job That Fits Section 3Section 3 of 8
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11 Create a Mentor Network Having a mentor network is not just good for advice, but will also be where you turn when it™s time to ˜nd a new job. Include a mix of friends, family, classmates, professors and other advisors in your network. Utilize LinkedIn’s Alumni Tool to ˜nd potential mentors, ask speci˜c advice, or stay in touch. Take a Personality Assessment Your personality is your biggest asset. It can certainly tip the scale in your favor during the interview process. Use your assessment results to target companies and roles that match your values and personality. Research Company Culture Matching your values to a company is key to success. If it™s not a match, you might have a negative experience. Check out the Careers sections on LinkedIn Company Pages to learn about the culture of speci˜c organizations. Get Out Fast if it Doesn™t Fit While your ˜rst job is important, don™t be afraid to make a change if it doesn™t work. Be an advocate for yourself. Speak to your manager about reshaping the position, and if need be, seek a new opportunity. 1234Section 3 of 8
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